Honda begins circuit testing of the Civic Type R-GT, the new model for Super GT

The test run of the new Honda Civic Type R-GT will take place on the Okayama track before its entry into contention next year.

Published 24/07/2023 à 11:34

Gonzalo Forbes

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Honda begins circuit testing of the Civic Type R-GT, the new model for Super GT

The new Honda Civic Type R-GT will take to the track for the first time. ©Honda

The new Honda Civic Type R-GT is entering the home stretch before its official debut. The Japanese manufacturer has confirmed that its new model, which will be used from the 2024 season in Super GT, will be entitled to its first run on the track with a view to its debut next year.

Creation of Honda Racing Corporation, this Civic Type R-GT was developed “ as a racing machine that features both exceptional aerodynamic performance needed to win in the top class of auto racing in Japan and a stylistic design expressing the vehicle's ultimate performance,” indicates the Japanese manufacturer.

Equipped with a 4-liter direct-injection turbocharged in-line 2,0-cylinder engine, the new Honda Civic Type R-GT will run on July 25 and 26 at the Okayama Circuit. “ We are very pleased to be able to begin the first track tests of the Civic Type R-GT, which is a racing machine integrating aerodynamics, engine and other technologies, as well as the expertise that Honda Racing Corporation has accumulated by taking on challenges in a certain number of races in Japan but also elsewhere, Note Koji Watanabe, president of HRC.

Starting in the 2024 season, we will compete in the GT500 class of Super GT, one of Japan's most prestigious auto racing series. With our constant desire for victory, we will strive to win the championship in the first year. » A great way to motivate your troops but also put pressure on them.

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Gonzalo Forbes

In charge of promotion formulas (F2, F3, FRECA, F4...). Carried by the grace of Franco Colapinto.

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